A large multi-field playground on Faneuil Street near Oak Square, established in 1930 on former farmland, with baseball, softball, and little-league fields, a full basketball court, and a street hockey rink. A full renovation, including a splash pad and new turf fields, is funded in part by a $750,000 Boston College grant but not yet built.
What to expect
Dogs
Boston requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than eight feet whenever they are off the owner's property, including in every city park, and kept under control at all times; the Public Garden bans dogs entirely. Posted signs at…
Hours
6:00 AM-11:30 PM daily
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department
617-635-4505 · WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No drinking water
A splash pad is proposed for the (not-yet-funded) renovation, not currently built.
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at McKinney Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to McKinney Playground?
Boston requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than eight feet whenever they are off the owner's property, including in every city park, and kept under control at all times; the Public Garden bans dogs entirely. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at McKinney Playground?
No alcohol, glass containers, or open fires in city parks.